Enterprise Software Architect

CIR

. Define and maintain enterprise target-state architecture across business, application, data, integration, and technology domains .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and executing enterprise target-state architecture and multi-year roadmaps, with a strong focus on integration architecture, cloud strategy, and governance. Proven ability to mentor teams and lead architecture review processes while ensuring compliance and security standards are met.

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Enterprise ArchitectureIntegration ArchitectureCloud StrategyArchitecture GovernanceAI Platform Design

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Hard Skills

Target-State ArchitectureMulti-Year RoadmapsAPI IntegrationEvent-Driven ArchitectureDisaster Recovery DesignIdentity ManagementLegacy System IntegrationSecurity ArchitectureModernization StrategyData Governance

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Public CloudSalesforceArchitecture FrameworksFintech PlatformsData Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAFCloud Architect CredentialsCISSP

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesWealth Management TechnologyVendor Risk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceOperational Resilience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain enterprise target-state architecture across business, application, data, integration, and technology domains
Translate business strategy into multi-year capability and technology roadmaps
Lead application portfolio rationalization and build cases for consolidation or modernization
Evaluate build, buy, and partner options, including third-party platforms and fintech vendors
Chair or lead the Architecture Review Board
Establish standards, reference architectures, and delivery patterns
Maintain Architecture Decision Records for traceable and auditable decisions
Review high-impact solution designs for standards, security, resilience, cost, and regulatory alignment
Create governance guardrails that balance delivery speed
Shape cloud and hybrid infrastructure strategy, including landing zones, identity, networking, and observability
Drive API-first and event-driven integration strategy
Guide legacy application modernization through re-platforming, re-architecture, or retirement
Partner on data platforms, master and reference data, lineage, data products, and governance controls
Define reference architectures and guardrails for responsible AI and generative AI
Embed security-by-design, zero-trust, business continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resilience
Partner with Compliance, Risk, and Internal Audit on regulatory and third-party risk requirements
Mentor architects and senior engineers
Represent architecture in vendor negotiations, due diligence, and strategic planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in technology, including 5+ years in enterprise or senior solution architecture roles
Proven success defining and executing target-state architecture and multi-year roadmaps at enterprise scale
Deep hands-on experience with at least one major public cloud
Experience in hybrid environments
Strong command of integration architecture, including APIs, event streaming, messaging, identity management, and legacy system integration
Solid grounding in modern enterprise architecture, security architecture, identity and access management, and resilience and disaster recovery design
Experience leading architecture governance, including review boards, standards, and Architecture Decision Records
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or equivalent experience
Financial services experience preferred
Familiarity with wealth-management technology such as Salesforce, portfolio management and rebalancing, trading and order management, account opening, and clearing or custodial integrations
Exposure to books-and-records retention, supervision, surveillance, and vendor risk management requirements
Experience designing AI, machine learning, and generative AI platforms and guardrails in a regulated setting
Practical fluency with TOGAF, Zachman, or a similar architecture framework
Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, professional-level cloud architect credentials, or CISSP preferred
Experience leading large-scale modernization, merger and acquisition technology integration, or platform consolidation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
Vacation/sick time
401K retirement plan with company matching program
Eleven paid holidays
Work/life balance initiatives